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Penelope

pen-NELL-o-pee

Penelope (pen-NELL-o-pee)

Meaning of the name Penelope

The name is of Greek origin and means "weaver". From Greek Mythology, Odysseus's wife spent her time weaving to fend of suitors while she waited for the return of her husband. Famous Penelope's include actresses Penelope Cruz and Penelope Ann Miller.

Origin of the name Penelope

Greek

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